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Climbing the challenging and adventurous Nose route of El Capitan was a labour of love for Selah in more than one way. Her parents, Mike and Joy Schneiter, fell in love on this 3,000-plus-foot huge rock and she has always wanted to feel the way that her parents felt when they were up there together. Selah showed great interest in rock climbing at an early age. She wore her first rock-climbing equipment shortly after she learned to walk. She first dreamed of climbing El Capitan when she was 6 or 7.

El Capitan is a famous mountain-sized rock in Yosemite National Park. Getting to its top is no easy task. It's taller, as reported, than the tallest building in the world — Dubai's Burj Khalifa. El Capitan, with its difficult Nose route, which runs more than 3,000 feet high up the centre of the rock's face, is considered one of the world's hardest big wall climbs and has attracted the best climbers over time. But never before had a youngster accomplished it.

Selah's achievement caught national attention. Outside Magazine called her the youngest documented person to climb the Nose. Ken Yager, president of the Yosemite Climbing Association, said he also couldn't think of anyone younger who had done it.

Selah didn't talk much about her El Capitan accomplishment. "I'm not necessarily a special kid or anything like that, she said. "There were a few times when I would be so worn that it somewhat discouraged me from holding on. But overall, it was just great to keep going."

Selah shared this advice for other young climbers dreaming of big walls, "It doesn't necessarily take a super special person to achieve something like that. You just have to put your mind to it."

We've all heard of the expression "new year, new you", right? It's meant to inspire all sorts of major life changes. But you're already pretty great, just the way you are. Instead of trying to put together a whole new "you", why not start a little smaller, a little simpler with a new hobby? These books to inspire your new favourite hobby are a great place to start.

This Is Skateboarding by Hannah Wilson

Celebrate skateboarding, from its start on the streets of Los Angeles in the US to its first appearance at the Olympic Games. Find out about great skateparks and tricks; meet pioneering skateboarders and medal-winning champions; and discover how skateboarding has influenced everything from shoes to art and city design.

The Life-Changing Magic of Chess by Maurice Ashley

The world's first black Grandmaster of chess Maurice Ashley shares the magic of this classic game in this fun, illustrated handbook. There are step-by-step instructions for how to play, explanations of basic and advanced skills and words of advice from Maurice himself.

Foraging (觅食): The Complete Guide for Kids and Families by Stella and Dane De Luca Mulandiee

Foraging is fun but you need expert advice. This useful guide will reveal how to safely identify the berries and plants you can eat, as well as the incredible secrets of flowers and trees and how you can help protect the environment.

Orangutan Can't Draw Comics, But You Can by Luke Newell

If you've ever fancied creating your own comic strips (连环漫画) but weren't sure where to start, then this book is for you. Orangutan and his friends teach you how to tell a story, create a layout, draw characters and finalise your work to create your own masterpiece.

1. The Honeymoon Stage

The first stage of culture shock is often overwhelmingly positive during which travelers become fascinated with the language, people and food in their new surroundings. . On short trips, the honeymoon phase may take over the entire experience as the later effects of culture shock don't have time to set in.

2. The Frustration Stage

Frustration may be the most difficult stage of culture shock and is probably familiar to anyone who has lived abroad or who travels frequently. At this stage, the stress of not understanding gestures, signs and the language sets in and miscommunications may be happening frequently. Small things — losing keys, missing the bus or not being able easily order food in a restaurant-may trigger frustration. . These are common phenomenon that people tend to see as natural reactions.

3. The Adjustment Stage

. Navigation becomes easier, friends and communities of support are established and details of local languages may become more recognizable during the adjustment stage. People are comfortable with the cultures, people, food and languages of new environments.

4. The Acceptance Stage

Generally — though sometimes weeks, months or years after wrestling with the emotional stages outlined above — the final stage of culture shock is acceptance. Acceptance doesn't mean that new cultures or languages are fully grasped. . During the acceptance stage, travelers have the familiarity and are able to draw together the resources they need to feel at ease.

A. It will fade out eventually as a result.

B. It can be a difficult and overwhelming time.

C. Travelers interpret culture shocks in unexpected ways.

D. Then, depression and homesickness are bound to follow.

E. People realize a complete understanding isn't necessary.

F. The experience seems like the greatest decision ever made.

G. Frustration often moderates as travelers begin feeling familiar.

A GIFT FOR GRANDPA

Summer vacation was coming. Andy and his brother Berlin were filled with excitement as they thought of visiting their grandparents again.

The big day came at last. After the happy family got ready, they set out for the grandparents' eagerly. On the way, the brothers were excitedly talking about the fun they had with grandparents.

A little blue house with a tall white chimney finally appeared. Behind the house was the forest carrying their good memories with Grandpa. They arrived at the driveway, at the end of which Grandma was waiting for them joyfully.

Andy and Berlin each gave Grandma a big hug and then swept to the living room, shouting excitedly "Grandpa, we are back!"

Seeing his grandsons, Grandpa was wild with joy and tried to get up with all his strength from the chair but in vain. A helpless expression flashed on his face. Grandma explained that his health was declining rapidly and maybe couldn't stand up on his own forever. But Grandpa declared stubbornly (倔强地), "I can!" Certainly, he was stuck in his boyish way. Mum and grandparents were happy to meet again after a long time. They sat together and chatted about what happened recently.

The brothers were soon bored with adult conversation, went out and wandered into the forest. Tall trees stretched up to the heavens with large branches crossing each other, while young ones rose straight like soldiers. Grandpa was once an intelligent explorer. He could tell where the birds came from only by their calls and songs. The trees, birds, lizards, lots of bugs… How many merry moments they spent with Grandpa in the kingdom!

But now Grandpa couldn't get up. This made them worried. "We'd think out a way to cheer him up." Andy said. "Grandpa is a bird lover, and we can catch him a bird." Berlin suggested. "But he hates birds being caged!" Andy shook his head.

Then a bright idea came to Andy's mind. "Why not make a cane (拐杖) out of a young tree!"

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Berlin thought it was a good idea.

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Andy and Berlin handed the cane to Grandpa.

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Embracing-all Positive Life Attitude

Having a positive life attitude is a that's both practical and uplifting. It's about seeing the bright side of things, even when times get tough. This way of thinking is our effort because it can make a big difference in how we feel and how we handle challenges.

Practicing optimism starts with recognizing that everyone makes mistakes and faces. Instead of letting these setbacks bring us down, we can use them as learning opportunities. When we do this, we instantly feel more in control and capable of solutions to problems.

people who always focus on what's going wrong, those with a positive attitude look for ways to improve and compete in a healthy way. They see competition not as a but as a chance o grow and learn from others. They're optimistic about their chances, believing that with hard work and determination, they can achieve their goals.

Having to positive influences also helps. This could mean spending time with friends and family who encourage us, reading inspiring books, or listening to motivational speakers. These things can lift our spirits and remind us that we have the power to create the life we want.

In conclusion, adopting a positive life attitude is something we can all do. It's about to see the good in every situation and believing in-ourselves. When we do this, we not only feel happier and more content, but we also become better to handle whatever life throws at us. So let's all make the choice to be optimistic and embrace the beauty of a positive life attitude.

Ferebee started baking out of3 in the year 2020. Her first attempt4 . But she made more cakes the next day and5 her techniques through teaching videos every day. "I saw other people's decorated cakes and was6 to be a cake artist instead of just a baker," Ferebee said. After7, she asked her parents about setting up business. "Seeing how8 she was," Ferebee's mother recalled, "we9, starting helping her handle all the legalities (法律事务) for its opening." Soon, she had10 customers that always came to her for cakes. "11, dealing with school and a business is tough sometimes, but I12 to get through," she said. "I'm glad to be able to do what I love." Always considered a13, Ferebee finished her senior year with almost full marks. She plans to14 cake decorating after high school. "I'm thinking about starting nonprofit organizations." In these years, besides learning various techniques, Ferebee has become more15. "I realize I'm with great potential and power."